Cynthia Sagarnaga
Stockton,CA
Summary
Certified Counselor with comprehensive background in providing emotional, mental and psychological support to diverse population groups. Strong understanding of counseling techniques and therapy sessions design suitable for individual needs. Demonstrated skills in motivational interviewing, crisis intervention, and group facilitation. Significant impact made through improved client well-being, demonstrating empathy and facilitating change-oriented strategies in previous roles. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substance Use Disordered Certified Counselor
Aegis Treatment Center
Stockton, CA
12.2011 - Current
- Developed treatment plans tailored to meet the needs of each client.
- Conducted assessments of clients' social, emotional, and behavioral functioning.
- Monitored progress and outcomes of interventions for clients.
- Maintained accurate records in accordance with ethical standards of practice.
- Advised clients on community resources available to them for additional support.
- Consulted with supervisors and colleagues on best practices for providing quality care to clients.
- Assessed risk factors that may lead to relapse or hospitalization for clients suffering from severe mental illness.
- Utilized evidence-based practices such as cognitive-behavioral therapy when working with clients.
- Provided crisis intervention services in emergency situations involving psychiatric distress.
- Encouraged positive lifestyle changes through motivational interviewing techniques.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Substance Abuse Disorder
University of The Pacific
Stockton, CA09-2003
Skills
- Behavior monitoring
- Counseling
- Building rapport
- Case management and documentation
- Recovery support services
- Interventions
- Intake assessments
- Addictions specialist
- HIPAA
- Case management proficiency
- Community resources specialist
- Solution-focused counseling
Certification
- Registered through the Breining Institute in 2003 and currently registered and certified with CADTP # 11025
Timeline
Substance Use Disordered Certified Counselor
Aegis Treatment Center
12.2011 - Current
- Registered through the Breining Institute in 2003 and currently registered and certified with CADTP # 11025
Graduate Certificate - Substance Abuse Disorder
University of The Pacific
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